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AB08 CFY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,875 mi
Last recorded95,875 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 CFY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 95,875 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 95,364 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 95,171 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 91,094 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

engine bay and under body covers

Pass 23 Jul 2016 87,553 miles

Front windscreen wipers slightly worn

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

engine cover/ undertray fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2015 81,032 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 66,289 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 66,289 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 54,499 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,891 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 24,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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AB08 CFY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 87,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 CFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 CFY registered?

AB08 CFY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is AB08 CFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 CFY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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